OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
STARTING INSTRUCTIONS:
1.Parking brake must be on, and blade drive disen- gaged.
2.Move throttle control to “choke” position if engine is cold,full throttle if warm.
3.Insert ignition key and turn to “start” position. When engine starts, release ignition key. Key will return to “run” position.
4.Move throttle from “choke” to desired speed position.
5.Release parking brake.
6.Operate the mower per the “CONTROL” instructions on Page 17.
CAUTION Do not operate the engine in an enclosed area due to the harmful exhaust gas produced.
NOTE: | When mowing, “blade(s) engaged”, throttle control must |
| be set to the MAXIMUM or wide open setting to insure |
| adequate cooling of the engine and to maintain mower |
| deck blade speed. |
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